Senior Geotechnical Engineer-Houston, TX

RMA Companies

$90K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering (geotechnical emphasis) or Geotechnical Engineering.
  • 7+ years of geotechnical engineering experience, including subsurface investigations, analysis, and report preparation.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in the U.S. required.
  • Strong technical expertise with geotechnical analysis methods and software.
  • Effective communicator with collaboration skills across disciplines.

Responsibilities

  • Lead geotechnical projects from proposal through completion, managing scope, budget, schedule, and staff.
  • Plan and direct subsurface investigations and perform advanced analyses for foundations, slopes, and earthwork.
  • Lead preparation and review of geotechnical reports and calculations, serving as Engineer of Record.
  • Provide support during construction, collaborating with internal teams, clients, and contractors.
  • Prepare proposals, build client relationships, mentor staff, and contribute to office growth.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to be involved in landmark multi-year projects.
  • Long-term stability with a growing company in Houston.
  • Focus on professional growth and skill development for employees.
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams on impactful work.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned geotechnical professional to join our growing team in Houston, TX. As we continue to expand in the region, we are looking for a Senior or Principal level Geotechnical Engineer to play a key role in supporting and leading our efforts. Our current backlog includes several large, landmark multi-year projects, offering long-term stability and the opportunity to be deeply involved in meaningful, high-impact work.

If you're looking for a company that invests in your growth and gives you exposure to meaningful, high-impact projects, we want to talk to you.

Duties:

This position is responsible for evaluating subsurface conditions and providing geotechnical engineering support for a variety of construction and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions to support the design of foundations, earthworks, and other geotechnical systems that ensure the stability and safety of structures.
  • Project Leadership: Lead geotechnical projects from proposal through completion, managing scope, budget, schedule, and staff while ensuring high-quality deliverables.
  • Technical Expertise: Plan and direct subsurface investigations and perform advanced analyses for foundations, slopes, retaining systems, and earthwork, applying sound engineering judgment.
  • Engineering Oversight: Lead preparation and review of geotechnical reports and calculations, serving as Engineer of Record.
  • Construction & Collaboration: Provide support during construction and work closely with internal teams, clients, and contractors to ensure successful project execution.
  • Business & Team Development: Prepare proposals, build client relationships, mentor staff, and contribute to office operations and growth in the Houston market.

Education/Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering (geotechnical emphasis) or Geotechnical Engineering.
  • 7+ years of geotechnical engineering experience, including subsurface investigations, analysis, and report preparation.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in the U.S. required.
  • Strong technical expertise with geotechnical analysis methods, software, and sound engineering judgment.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and engage with clients, contractors, and project teams.

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